Danish Karokhel

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Most Afghans back use of Islam to underpin constitution, but some intellectuals fear fundamentalists will benefit.

16 Nov 05

Afghans are being asked what they think of plans for a new constitution but many remain baffled.

3 Mar 05

Fighting crime outside of the capital is becoming increasingly difficult for the authorities.

3 Mar 05

People are flocking to a bizarre new shrine north of Kabul after reports of miracle cures.

3 Mar 05

One of Afghanistan’s most popular former exports is making a remarkable comeback.

3 Mar 05

A lasting peace may be the only way of stemming the flood of Afghan asylum seekers.

3 Mar 05

The transitional administration is trying to re-establish trading links with Tajikistan.

3 Mar 05

President Karzai gets the vote in his predecessor’s stronghold.

3 Mar 05

Plans to build a road along an ancient trading route may boost the country’s economic prospects.

3 Mar 05

Legal experts may struggle to draw up a constitution acceptable to both Afghans and their western backers.

2 Mar 05

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